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Locations: Florence, Italy
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides
Restrictions: UNT applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2026	03/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	05/19/2026	08/08/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete Pre-Departure / Post-Decision Phase materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level:	Undergraduate	Program Type:	Affiliated
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement:	2.75	Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options:	Apartment, Homestay w/Family
Click here for a definition of this term Program Features:	Low Cost Program	Click here for a definition of this term Classification:	Freshman, Junior, Other, Senior, Sophomore
Minimum Age Requirement:	18 years of age by the time of departure	Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study:	Art History, English, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, History, Hospitality Management, Interior Design, International Studies, Italian, Journalism, Management, Marketing, Political Science, Psychology, Radio, Televison, and Film, Studio Art
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English, Italian	Program Contact in SAO:	Mr. Dave Kilough (David.Kilough@unt.edu)

Program Description:

Summer at Florence University of the Arts

Picture yourself walking to class past Renaissance palaces and open-air markets, then diving into coursework that uses Florence itself as your learning lab. You'll choose from a range of courses taught in English at the Florence University of the Arts (FUA).

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Choose from courses in hospitality, marketing, management, Italian culture, and the arts--no Italian language experience required
Enroll in one course per summer session, taught by international and local faculty alongside students from around the world.
Gain practical skills through site visits, fieldwork, and optional placements designed to deepen your engagement with the local culture
Each course also includes a field trip component to make learning more immersive
Join cultural experiences like local cooking classes or tours of Florence's famous leather district, and enjoy a day trip to Siena and neighboring Tuscan towns

Discover Florence

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Ella P.

"Studying abroad in Florence was the best decision of my life. Being able to experience a completely different culture and way of life is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. There is no better way to learn than through experiences."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!